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Go inside the hallmark hotel that occupies the top floors of Cambodia’s tallest building

Rooms in the Rosewood Phnom Penh provide the city's best views

The Vattanac Capital tower embodies the growth of Phnom Penh during the past decades and offers glimpse of what’s possible for the country in the future. The top 14 floors of the 187-meter building have been reserved for the luxurious Rosewood Phnom Penh, a property that is now the place to stay in the Cambodian capital.

Rosewood Phnom Penh is consistently ranked among the best hotels in Southeast Asia. In last year’s Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, the hotel was rated as the second best in the region and 30th best globally with guess swooning over the remarkable property. It was also named a four-star hotel in the Forbes Travel Guide Star Rating list, one of the most expert authorities on luxury hotels, restaurants and spas in the world.

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While the location of Rosewood Phnom Penh is certainly eye catching, the ultra-luxury hotel goes out of its way to ensure an experience that is uniquely local. It creates this by blending traditional Cambodian hospitality with contemporary sophistication.

Rosewood Phnom Penh swimming pool

Perched high above Phnom Penh, the hallmark hotel offers guests unobstructed views of the city and Mekong River. The unique vantage point, which is higher than any other in Phnom Penh, ensures you can look as far as the eye can see. It truly is an awe-inspiring sight to behold.

There are 175 rooms, including 37 suites which can be found on the highest floors. The most impressive accommodations at Rosewood Phnom Penh are the exclusive signature suites that offer the best in bespoke luxury.

Outside of the magnificent rooms lays a wealth of amenities for guests to indulge in, especially when it comes to wellness. There is the Pedi:Mani:Cure Studio by Bastien Gonzalez as well as Sense, A Rosewood Spa. Both offer you a space to relax while looking out at the spectacular views of the city.

Another unique feature of the hotel is the art gallery that can be found on the 35th floor. Rosewood Phnom Penh collaborates with the country’s most influential and up-and-coming artists to create exhibitions you should check out.

Rosewood Phnom Penh boasts a wide range of dining establishments, including Chinese and Japanese options, as well as a steakhouse. It would also be impossible to talk about the hotel without mentioning Sora, the rooftop bar and lounge that is located on a cantilevered terrace extending from the 37th floor. The vibrant venue is perhaps the most Instagramable spot in Phnom Penh and is the perfect climax for Cambodia’s tallest building.